As we look for ways to drive down greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), it’s sensible to follow the science instead of conventional “wisdom” or ideology.
So, what does the science say about the role of plastics and GHGs? You might be surprised by what you find out.
Plastics as a Tool to Reduce GHGs
To drive down greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs), it’s sensible to base our decisions on science. Multiple researchers have compared the environmental footprint of materials such as plastics, glass, metals, and paper.
Their findings on GHGs?
“Due to reduced greenhouse gas emissions compared to alternatives over their life cycles, plastic products and packaging are playing a key role in lowering our carbon footprint and are helping combat climate change.”
- Can Plastics Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions?
McKinsey & Company Finds Up to 10 Times Greenhouse Gas Savings - Researchers: Use of Plastics = Helping Combat Climate Change
- EPA Report: How Environmentally Damaging Is Food Waste?
- Plastic Helps Automakers Build More Fuel Efficient, Safer Cars
- Plastic Drives Down Home Energy Use, Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Challenge Your Conventional View of Plastics
Ever wonder if conventional wisdom about plastics – such as their impact on climate change – might be wrong?
It often is.
- We Need More than a Climate “Week”
- Ever Wonder If Conventional Wisdom on Plastics and Climate Change Might Be Wrong?
- What is Advanced Recycling?
Infrastructure
As a nation, we’re rebuilding our aging infrastructure. We need a more resilient foundation to boost our nation’s capacity to move people, energy, goods, and water… while simultaneously driving down greenhouse gas emissions. We need a modern, sustainable infrastructure so we can build a better future.
